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For Guidance

O God, by whom the meek are guided in judgment, and light rises up in darkness for the godly: Grant us, in all our doubts and uncertainties, the grace to ask what you would have us do, that the Spirit of wisdom may save us from all false choices; that in your light we may see light, and in your straight path we may not stumble; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Baptism & Confirmation

For Reaffirmation

Confirmation — said at the laying on of hands for Reaffirmation of vows

N., the Holy Spirit, who has begun a good work in you, direct and empower you by his grace, that you may continue in the service of our Lord Jesus Christ all the days of your life. Amen.

Found in the Prayer Book

  • Confirmation

Provenance

Episcopal 1979 / ACNA 2019

Draft — AI-assisted research under editorial review.

A modern blessing composed for the 1979 Episcopal prayer book, spoken when a bishop lays hands on someone reaffirming their baptismal faith. Its central image – "who has begun a good work in you" – comes directly from Philippians 1:6.